Gregory Abdalah

Greg was born in New Kensington, Pennsylvania in 1982, the son of Fr. John and Joanne Abdalah, where he lived until age 13, when Fr. John and family were transferred to St. George, Pittsburgh.  He graduated from Upper St. Clair High School where he was very active in a variety of music groups.  Greg was first trumpet in the concert band, jazz band and orchestra, sang in two choirs and participated in both the pit orchestra and on stage for the Spring Musical each of the four years. He studied music at Duquesne University in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania and graduated in 2004 with a Bachelor of Music in Vocal Performance.  Throughout college, he worked at the Antiochian Village as Counselor, Challenge Course Director and Administrative Director.  Following study at Duquesne, Greg lived at the Antiochian Village while working as the Deanery Coordinator for the Western Pennsylvania Deanery. One year later, upon realizing a seminary degree would advance his career prospects in youth work, he enrolled in St. Vladimir’s Seminary. While there, Greg gained practical experience in this area through his parish assignments and participation in numerous retreats.  He graduated in 2008 with a Master of Divinity and is presently the Director of Youth and Family Ministries at St.George Cathedral in Worcester, Massachusetts.